Executive Summary India is working towards improving its defence diplomatic efforts by conducting various military exercises with partner countries, in which Harimau Shakti with Malayasia is one. It’s an annual exercise in which every year different drills are being conducted. The report tries to analyse the larger picture of India and Malaysia relationship with respect…

Executive Summary : The year 2024 marked a transformative phase for the Indian Navy, solidifying its global stature as a leading maritime power. With a sharp focus on undersea warfare, India advanced its capabilities in underwater threat detection and countermeasures, safeguarding national interests. Driven by the Ministry of Defence’s vision for Atma Nirbharta (self-reliance), the…

Executive Summary: Global Perspective Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the defence sector worldwide. AI applications are enhancing various aspects of military operations, including command and control, intelligence, surveillance, logistics, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. For instance, AI-driven technologies like unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), swarm drones, and predictive maintenance systems are revolutionizing modern warfare. Nations like…

Executive summary The sudden and successful test of Kalam series of missiles from nuclear powered attack submarines, Indian navy has assured true second-strike capability for India. This report dwells into the details of India’s sea component of nuclear triad i.e. the Ship submersible ballistic submarines and its deadly missiles. The report also focuses on the…

Executive Summary NATO’s first major artillery drills in Finland, conducted under the Dynamic Front exercise series, mark a strategic milestone following Finland’s recent accession to the alliance. The exercise involved 3,600 troops and 1,000 military vehicles operating in Finland’s Arctic region, just 100 kilometers from the Russian border. This proximity underscores NATO’s intent to demonstrate…

Executive Summary In October 2024, the Chinese Airshow in Zhuhai featured China’s growing military prowess with advanced stealth aircraft, drone systems, and long-range bombers, signalling its intent to challenge U.S. dominance in the Indo-Pacific. The Airshow also revealed China’s upgraded Cold War jet-powered H-6 bomber taking off for missions designed to intimidate Taiwan as part…

Executive Summary: When discussing modern conflict, most agree that such a conflict will be fought in all possible dimensions. However, with an astonishing amount of modern equipment dependent on the electromagnetic spectrum, electronic warfare might very well be at the forefront. The electromagnetic spectrum consists of both visible and invisible ranges, measured in MHz. Strategically…

Executive Summary This report analyses the HQ19 anti-ballistic missile defence system, which China displayed in the Zhuhai air show held from 12th to 17th November 2024. The HQ-19, along with the J-35, a fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, was the highlight of the Zhuhai air show, as observed by many defence experts. Functional Capacity of HQ19…

1/Executive summary: This report analyses the recently implemented pact on active military disengagement along the decades long disputed Himalayan border between Indian & Government of China. It can be undoubtedly considered as the biggest defrost after a deadly clash between both the Armies 4 years ago in Galwan valley. Both countries’ troops who were head-to-head…

Executive Summary: On October 17, 2024, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited a brigade of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force, marking a pivotal moment in China’s military posturing amidst growing regional tensions. The visit is seen as a strategic move in response to heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula and the Taiwan Strait. This…